Dr. Emma Hoffman has 15 years of combined experience in cell culture, gene therapy, cancer biology, and neuroscience. Her extensive knowledge and experience in cellular and molecular techniques associated with cell-based disease models, combined with a background in the development of primary cell isolations and new cell culture products, has allowed her to foster a passion for understanding translational priorities for designing new therapeutics. Dr. Hoffman's current role as the Supervisor of Cell Culture Product Manufacturing with Lonza involves the oversight of primary cell isolation, as well as custom and one-off cell culture projects, and the laboratory operations surrounding these isolations.  

 Dr. Hoffman earned her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Nottingham and a Ph.D. in Biology with a focus on Neuroscience and Behavior from the University of Liverpool in the UK. She worked on various post-doctoral projects focused on oncology, gene therapy, and rare diseases before moving to an industry setting.  

Jonathan has worked in the tissue banking and donation field for 15 years holding roles in tissue recovery and leadership. Jonathan is currently the Associate Director of Tissue Acquisition at Lonza where he supports Lonza’s various divisions engaged in research and clinical applications utilizing human organs, tissues, and cells. Prior to joining Lonza, Jonathan served as the Director of Education at AATB where he led the development of educational programming and webinars just like this one.

Jonathan is an active member of the AATB Recovery and Donor Eligibility Council, International Association of Coroners & Medical Examiners Board of Directors and Advocacy Committee, and the National Association of Medical Examiners Ad-Hoc Organ and Tissue Procurement Committee.

 Jonathan earned his undergraduate degree in communications, a master’s degree of science in management, and is a Certified Tissue Bank Specialist and a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.